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Microtubule Inhibitor

Tirbanibulin Ointment for Basal Cell Carcinoma

Phase 2
Recruiting
Led By Edward Lain, MD, MBA
Research Sponsored by Austin Institute for Clinical Research
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
Be older than 18 years old
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up 26 days for subjects who completed 1 course of treatment and 51 days for subjects who completed 2 courses of treatment
Awards & highlights

Study Summary

This trial tests a new ointment to treat superficial basal cell carcinoma on the neck, trunk and extremities. It looks at safety and effectiveness.

Who is the study for?
Adults with a single, untreated superficial basal cell carcinoma (sBCC) on the neck, trunk, or limbs (not near hairline or sensitive areas like face/scalp). Participants must be healthy or stable in their condition and willing to avoid sun exposure and certain cosmetics. Women of childbearing age must use effective contraception.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The trial is testing Tirbanibulin Ointment 1% for treating sBCC. It's an open-label study where all participants receive the ointment to assess its effectiveness and safety when applied to a specific area of the body affected by cancer.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
While not explicitly listed here, potential side effects may include local skin reactions such as redness, itching, irritation at the application site; systemic effects are less common but could involve general symptoms like fatigue if absorbed.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~26 days for subjects who completed 1 course of treatment and 51 days for subjects who completed 2 courses of treatment
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and 26 days for subjects who completed 1 course of treatment and 51 days for subjects who completed 2 courses of treatment for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary outcome measures
Complete clearance rate of sBCC lesion

Side effects data

From 2019 Phase 3 trial • 351 Patients • NCT03285490
13%
Application site pain
11%
Application site pruritus
5%
Viral upper respiratory tract infection
4%
Upper respiratory tract infection
2%
Squamous cell carcinoma
2%
Skin abrasion
2%
Basal cell carcinoma
1%
Laceration
1%
Skin ulcer
1%
Tongue disorder
1%
Bacteriuria
1%
Glycosuria
1%
Onychomycosis
1%
Cough
1%
Fall
1%
Back pain
1%
Rosacea
1%
Seborrhoeic keratosis
1%
Contusion
1%
Application site scab
1%
Angular cheilitis
1%
Malignant melanoma in situ
1%
Scab
1%
Headache
1%
Dermatitis
1%
Nodule
1%
Postoperative wound infection
1%
Hypoaesthesia
1%
Blister
1%
Chest pain
1%
Myalgia
1%
Application site inflammation
1%
Pulmonary embolism
1%
Carbuncle
1%
Face injury
1%
Post procedural infection
1%
Haemochromatosis
1%
Urobilinogen urine increased
1%
Melanocytic naevus
1%
Application site nodule
1%
Influenza
1%
Chest discomfort
1%
Non-cardiac chest pain
1%
Application site folliculitis
1%
Bronchitis
1%
Intervertebral disc degeneration
1%
Crystal urine present
1%
Haemangioma of skin
1%
Nasal congestion
1%
Dysgeusia
1%
Ketonuria
1%
Concussion
1%
Sinus congestion
1%
Lentigo
1%
Arthrodesis
1%
Arthropod bite
1%
Skin tightness
1%
Animal bite
1%
Dermatitis contact
1%
Erythema
1%
Diarrhoea
1%
Actinic keratosis
1%
Arrhythmia
1%
Food poisoning
1%
Seasonal allergy
1%
Cellulitis
1%
Urinary tract infection
1%
Pyuria
1%
Tooth infection
1%
Cardiac murmur
1%
Renal cancer recurrent
1%
Hypertension
1%
Colon cancer
1%
Proteinuria
100%
80%
60%
40%
20%
0%
Study treatment Arm
KX2-391 Ointment 1%
Placebo

Trial Design

2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: 5 Day treatment course 2 with Tirbanibulin Ointment 1%Experimental Treatment1 Intervention
Subjects with unresolved lesion will be given an additional study kit containing single-dose packets of Tirbanibulin Ointment 1% and instructed to topically apply to the treatment area once daily for 5 consecutive days.
Group II: 5 Day treatment course 1 with Tirbanibulin Ointment 1%Experimental Treatment1 Intervention
10 Subjects will be given one study kit containing single-dose packets of Tirbanibulin Ointment 1% and instructed to topically apply to the treatment area once daily for 5 consecutive days.

Find a Location

Who is running the clinical trial?

Austin Institute for Clinical ResearchLead Sponsor
4 Previous Clinical Trials
135 Total Patients Enrolled
Edward Lain, MD, MBAPrincipal InvestigatorAustin Institute for Clinical Research
5 Previous Clinical Trials
166 Total Patients Enrolled

Media Library

Tirbanibulin Ointment 1% (Microtubule Inhibitor) Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT05713760 — Phase 2
Basal Cell Carcinoma Research Study Groups: 5 Day treatment course 2 with Tirbanibulin Ointment 1%, 5 Day treatment course 1 with Tirbanibulin Ointment 1%
Basal Cell Carcinoma Clinical Trial 2023: Tirbanibulin Ointment 1% Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT05713760 — Phase 2
Tirbanibulin Ointment 1% (Microtubule Inhibitor) 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT05713760 — Phase 2

Frequently Asked Questions

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

How many individuals are being selected to participate in this experiment?

"Affirmative, the clinicaltrial.gov website signals that this medical trial is currently looking for participants. This study, which was published on April 17th 2023, requires the recruitment of 10 individuals from a single site."

Answered by AI

Is enrollment still open for those interested in taking part in this experiment?

"Indeed, clinicaltrials.gov verifies that this research is actively recruiting participants. Initially posted on April 17th 2023 and lately updated June 19th of the same year, the study needs to enroll 10 individuals at 1 medical institution."

Answered by AI

How hazardous is the five-day regimen of Tirbanibulin Ointment 1% to those participating?

"Our team assessed the safety of a 5 day course with Tirbanibulin Ointment 1% to be 2, as Phase 2 trials typically supply some evidence for its safety but not its effectiveness."

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Who else is applying?

What portion of applicants met pre-screening criteria?
Did not meet criteria

Why did patients apply to this trial?

The cost of Tirbanibin. I have 3-5 AK’s on my face that my doctor wants to treat with cryotherapy and I’m afraid of scarring.
PatientReceived 1 prior treatment
~5 spots leftby Apr 2025